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The Salem Witch hysteria and trials took place in 1692 in what is now the cities of Danvers, Salem, Beverly and Topsfield. It started with young girls (one a minister's daughter) falling into uncontrollable fits, claiming to be possessed by witches. By the end, 19 people had been hung and 1 man had been pressed to death. | The Salem Witch hysteria and trials took place in 1692 in what is now the cities of Danvers, Salem, Beverly and Topsfield. It started with young girls (one a minister's daughter) falling into uncontrollable fits, claiming to be possessed by witches. By the end, 19 people had been hung and 1 man had been pressed to death. | ||
Eventually, hundreds of residents were accused of witchcraft and more than 100 were arrested. | Eventually, hundreds of residents were accused of witchcraft and more than 100 were arrested. | ||
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Revision as of 12:42, 19 December 2008
The Salem Witch hysteria and trials took place in 1692 in what is now the cities of Danvers, Salem, Beverly and Topsfield. It started with young girls (one a minister's daughter) falling into uncontrollable fits, claiming to be possessed by witches. By the end, 19 people had been hung and 1 man had been pressed to death. Eventually, hundreds of residents were accused of witchcraft and more than 100 were arrested. For in-depth research and analysis of these happenings, consult the websites below.
See Also
Salem Witch Trials Documentary archive by the University of Virginia.
Salem Witchcraft Papers by U. of Virginia
Salem Witchcraft Trials, 1692 by U. of Kansas-City, School of Law.
